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At the time of writing (October 2009) the following are the recomended BIOS versions for the supported HP CPU Platforms:
CPU Model
BIOS Rev
Xpress Pro
Media Composer
SN
DS
Notes
HP XW8000
v1.02
N
First Qualified BIOS for Meridien Builds
v1.19
Y
JQ.W1.18_1.19 Rev. A 31 May 2005
HP XW8200
V2.08
v2.10
2.10 Rev. a (11 Oct 2006)
Not recommended for Dual Boot Configs
HP XW9300
V2.05
N/A
v2.06
v2.09
2.09 Rev. a (8 Jan 2007)
HP XW8400
v2.24
v2.37
HP XW8600
v1.35
Y*
HP Z800
v1.06
v1.14
v1.17
HP Z400
* Supports Symphony Nitris DX. No support for Symphony Nitris (DNA)
For more helpful articles and information about BIOS and HP systems, see the following:
How do I install a new BIOS version on a HP XW8400?[268605]
Disabling the onboard NIC on an HP xw8400 causes system instability[266871]
Instructions for reloading drivers and reflashing firmware on DS with Classic Nitris HW[274511]
XW8600 : why do I have problem at startup doing a reboot?[274585]
HP xw9300 BIOS and System Setup Information[247209]
Important to remember before doing a clean XP or Vista O.S. install on a XW8600 running DX hardware[286871]
Confirming the slot location and BIOS configuration of Symphony Nitris platforms. [266539]
LSI BIOS Settings for HPXW9300[246621]
HP Workstation BIOS Revision for Avid DS [236789]
Why does the HP XW8400 not boot from CD?[267489]
Memory settings and Installations for the HP xw9300[246717]
UL5D and HP XW8600, why do I have problems at startup?[273945]